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Cold Snap Brings Snow To NSW

Jul 16 2015

The cold snap that hit New South Wales saw the onset of freezing weather, icy roads and snow in areas including Barrington Tops, Bombala, Orange, Tenterfield and Walcha. Having never seen, felt or experienced the beauty of snow before Mr C made sure we were not going to miss out. Barrington Tops Snow The alarms went off at an unpleasant 4am and saw everyone rugged up and piled into the car. The journey from our part of the Hunter Valley to the Barrington Tops took approx. two and a half hours. Before we had even hit the mountain, we could see snow covering the grass, trees and rocks. While I begrudgingly got my arse out of bed at that ridiculous hour of the morning, once we saw the snow it was so worth it! If we had left it much later we would not have been able to enjoy the…

How Much Pocket Money Should Your Child Receive?

Apr 22 2015

The issue of pocket money has always been a popular topic of conversation for parents. Is it really a lesson in money management, or has it just become an expectation from children? The biggest question of all though usually revolves around what an appropriate amount really is and when it should be given. Below are some helpful questions to ask yourself when trying to determine how much is enough. What Is Your Budget? Before you decide how much pocket money your child should be receiving, it’s important to take a look at your own budget to make sure this cost can be incorporated. For some people, the budget can be relatively tight to begin with, so you may be limited in the first place. If you are unsure on how much will be suitable based on your own budget, try speaking to a financial institute such as Heritage Bank to…

Breathe with Ease this Winter + GIVEAWAY

Mar 27 2015

Anyone with little kids whether they are a baby, toddler or child will know that when they get sick and their nose is blocked it can be a nightmare to help them breathe easily. The blocked nose not only causes pain and irritation for the child but it ultimately affects the parents as well; often resulting in lack of sleep, the sense of helplessness and often frustration at not being able to help. There are many different ways you can relieve a child’s blocked nose. Steam from shower, if they are old enough to blow it out or a nasal aspirator. With so many nasal aspirators on the market now it is hard to know which one worth buying. I’ll be honest, I saw the ones at my local baby shop that require the parent to physically suck on the end of a tube. I thought it was a joke! Needless…

5 Things to Consider When Teaching Your Child to Drive

Mar 16 2015

Throughout their lives, children pass milestones every day as they grow and develop into responsible, independent adults. Learning to walk, losing their first tooth, and starting school are all exciting times for both the parent and child, but it’s when they head into adolescence that celebrating their milestones becomes a tricky, daunting task. Eventually, the time will come when you find yourself in the passenger seat of your car, with your teenager at the wheel for the first time. Teaching them to drive is inevitable, so it is important to encourage them to learn the skills they need in a safe and comfortable environment. It’s a hard task that only gets better with time, so here are five things to remember when teaching your child to drive. 1. Patience First and foremost, you need to be patient while teaching your child to drive. Whether it’s when you’re explaining a task…

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